Question
How long do hemolytic jaundice patients typically need to be hospitalized? If a patient has been hospitalized for seven days and the bilirubin level is 215, can they choose to be discharged and receive medication treatment at home?
Answer
The duration of hospitalization for hemolytic jaundice depends on the severity of the condition. Generally, conservative treatment may take about two weeks. If blood transfusion therapy is adopted, recovery may be faster. For a patient who has been hospitalized for seven days with a bilirubin level of 215, it is recommended to continue observation in the hospital as the bilirubin level is still high. If the family insists on discharge, medication treatment at home can be considered, but it must be followed by a return visit to the hospital one week later to monitor the condition.